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The performance of Eternals also reflects a broader issue facing the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The film’s box office is likely to barely surpass the $100 million mark domestically, far below expectations based on past successes. Its sharp 75-76% drop-off has been characterized as predictable and indicative of diminishing audience enthusiasm, with some analysts suggesting the pandemic is no longer the primary factor — Venom: Let There Be Carnage recently crossed $200 million domestically, demonstrating sustained interest in comparable non-Marvel franchise fare.